{
  "id": 8966282,
  "title": "What Aaron Rodgers told Patriots rookie Gabe Jacas after Sunday's game",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/what-aaron-rodgers-told-patriots-rookie-gabe-jacas-after-sundays-game",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-21T17:14:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/aaron-rodgers-told-patriots-rookie-171453967.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers was clearly impressed by New England Patriots rookie Gabe Jacas after the Patriots' 20-3 victory over the Steelers. Following the game, Rodgers was captured on camera engaging in a brief conversation with the 22-year-old defensive end. \"Great [expletive] job, man,\" Rodgers exclaimed to Jacas. The second-round draft pick from Illinois contributed significantly to the Patriots' defensive performance, tallying three tackles, a pass defensed, a quarterback hit, and an interception during the Week 2 matchup. His strong play undoubtedly played a role in establishing a formidable defensive front that put pressure on Rodgers and the Steelers' offense throughout the game. However, Rodgers also noted Jacas' sportsmanship as a notable aspect of his performance. After making a tackle on the Steelers' star quarterback, Jacas went the extra mile by extending his hand to assist the legendary player to his feet. This gesture, coupled with Jacas' impressive skills, left a lasting impression on Rodgers, who has faced off against the best in his career. It is possible that Rodgers envisions Jacas joining the ranks of such great players in the future.",
  "summary": "A camera caught Aaron Rodgers' one-on-one interaction with Patriots rookie Gabe Jacas after Sunday's game.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Patriots injured starter reportedly spotted in sling after Week 2 game",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/20/patriots-injured-starter-reportedly-spotted-in-sling-after-week-2-game",
        "published": "2026-09-20T23:50:25.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}